초록 ▼

The invention relates to a package handling and sorting system which sorts small packages according to destination, segregating those with the same destinations for combined shipments. The system depends on a unique combination of conveying equipment automatically controlled by programmed data proce

The invention relates to a package handling and sorting system which sorts small packages according to destination, segregating those with the same destinations for combined shipments. The system depends on a unique combination of conveying equipment automatically controlled by programmed data processing units which utilize data obtained by scanning electronically readable package labels, as well as other information and detection equipment, to examine packages introduced into the system, and to transfer those consigned to the same location to vehicles routed to such locations. The system also generates an electronic trail of package movements, thus providing the capability to trace packages lost in transit.

대표청구항 ▼

An integrated package transfer process which involves the steps of (1) transferring bar code and address label identified packages through a successive of sorting terminals where said packages are sorted in a tilt tray sorter system that segregates packages assigned to the same geographic location b

An integrated package transfer process which involves the steps of (1) transferring bar code and address label identified packages through a successive of sorting terminals where said packages are sorted in a tilt tray sorter system that segregates packages assigned to the same geographic location based on information obtained from said labels, (2) moving packages consigned to the same geographic location between said terminals in unitized loads, (3) periodically scanning said labels in each of said terminal as said packages pass through the terminals en route to a consignee and (4) using information obtained by such periodic scanning to control said tilt tray sorter system and said segregation, and also transferring said information to a central computer so that the location of the packages can be instantly determined.